QNUK Level 3 Award in First Aid at Work

Who is this for?

This qualification is delivered over three days. It is for those working in higher-risk workplaces, or lower-risk workplaces with larger numbers of staff and visitors.

The qualification is open to those over 14 years of age. However, only those over 16 can act as a sole first-aider within a workplace.

Key points

• Regulated qualification;

• Meets HSE requirements;

• 18 guided learning hours (three days);

• Valid for three years;

• Certificate included;

• Assessed by MCQs and practical observation.

Course content

This qualification has been developed to meet the first aid training requirements outlined by the Health & Safety Executive (HSE). The course includes:

• First aid in the workplace;

• Responsibilities of the first aider;

• Primary survey;

• Unconscious casualty management;

• Resuscitation;

• Choking;

• Shock;

• Wounds and bleeding;

• Heart attack;

• Anaphylactic shock;

• Head injuries;

• Stroke;

• Seizures;

• Diabetes;

• Fractures.